MOUNT VERNON –This year, Paddle for Heroes is dedicated to helping people stay healthy and active, as well as continuing to achieve our mission of helping veterans.
Paddle for Heroes is a nonprofit organization that is focused on helping veterans, first responders and others get out on the water. Each year, the group does several river clean-ups on the Mohican River, the Kokosing River, and most recently the White River in Michigan. This is a great way to get people on the water and to do something good for the environment. In 2019, Paddle for Heroes raised $35,000 to have an ADA-accessible kayak launch installed at Ariel-Foundation Park.
Join us for the 3rd annual 5k and Adventure Race at Ariel-Foundation Park at 9:30 a.m. on May 22 at the Kiwanis Pavilion. This event consists of two races: our 5k Run/Walk and our Adventure Race. Participants can join in-person for either event.
Our 5k Run/Walk will take you through beautiful Ariel-Foundation Park. You can run or walk and bring your furry friends too.
The Adventure Race consists of a 5k run as well as a 1.5k paddleboard race. This year we are throwing in some additional obstacles to make it even more fun and challenging. Register today at paddleforheroesmidwest.org.
There is more to come, and we believe this will be our best year yet. We hope that you can join us for this exciting event. Please follow our Facebook page or our website at paddleforheroesmidwest.org to see our upcoming events and news. If you are not able to attend, consider donating to a great cause.
We hope to see you on race day!
